Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Sambhal APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹960
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and just 16.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sambhal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vaduj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
At ₹900 (13.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Sambhal APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹960, with the average around ₹768. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹960 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹750 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 06 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹780 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 26 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹850 |
| 25 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
When picking where to sell Brinjal, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Brinjal traded at this rate in Sambhal APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.